Why Visuals?
Visuals are one of the most effective ways to communicate both to and with children. They provide clear, consistent information — something that doesn’t change from day to day — which can be incredibly reassuring for kids.
And the best part? Visuals aren’t scary! They make routines, choices, and communication feel simple, predictable, and safe.
We know visuals can sometimes get expensive, but don’t worry — we’ve done the hard work for you. Below are some fantastic resources that are either free or very affordable, perfect for families, therapists, and educators.
Need more help understanding why and how to use visuals?
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Check out our blog on Visuals and Travel
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Learn more about Why Therapists Recommend Visuals
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Or read in detail Visuals and the Evidence
We love sharing practical tools that make therapy easier for therapists, families and kids. All downloads below are free — no sign-up required.*
*Use & Copyright Notice
These resources are free to download and use for personal, educational, or professional purposes. Please do not resell, modify, or redistribute them without permission.
We love making things easy and accessible — but we also value fairness and respect for the work that goes into creating these tools. Let’s keep sharing responsibly via links and supporting each other’s efforts to make therapy simpler for everyone.
Websites We Love for Visual Resources
We’ve gathered some of our favourite websites that offer high-quality, ready-to-use visuals. These are trusted by families, educators, and therapists — practical, affordable, and easy to use.
Widget Online & Inprint
Why we love it ♥
An awesome website with free trial and paid version ($140 AUD) for therapists to use creating personalised resources for families. Â I used this daily, and I love how fast it is! You can also upload you own logos/ photos etc which make it so much easier.
Who’s it best for ‽‽
Parents, and Therapists, Teachers
Cost  £ $ €
Free trial but then has paid version - well worth it in my opinion.
⇒ Where to get it?
Click on the image to be taken their website directly!
ASD Visuals Â
Why we love it ♥
This website has lots of great visuals aids to purchase, as well as lots of great products that can assist! A great website to be aware of!!
Who’s it best for ‽‽
Parents, and Therapists, Teachers
Cost  £ $ €
Starts at $50 and we love the total pack, starting at about $200
⇒ Where to get it?
Click on the image to be taken their website directly!
Spectronics
Why we love it ♥
An awesome website with free and paid resources for therapists to use in session.  You will need the boardmaker program on your computer to open these ones, but great if you are still learning about how to use boardmaker.
Who’s it best for ‽‽
Parents, and Therapists, Teachers, Support Workers
Cost  £ $ €
FREE - but some items do depend on what you purchase from them.
⇒ Where to get it?
Click on the image to be taken their website directly!
Twinkl
Why we love it ♥
Twinkl provides thousands of free pages with social skills and behavioural regulation activities and guidance, learning songs and games, communication cards, academic material, and transition guides for employment and life skills.
I (Tara) use this website daily and its well worth the paid version!
Who’s it best for ‽‽
Parents, and Therapists, Teachers, Support Workers
Cost  £ $ €
FREE with paid options available!
⇒ Where to get it?
Click on the image to be taken their website directly!
Crafts for KidsÂ
Why we love it ♥
DLTK's Crafts for Kids features a variety of printable children's crafts, colouring pages and activities including projects for holidays, educational themes and some of children's favourite cartoon characters.
Who’s it best for ‽‽
Parents, and Therapists, Teachers
Cost  £ $ €
FREE
⇒ Where to get it?
Click on the image to be taken their website directly!
Tools to Grow OT
Why we love it ♥
A great website with free and paid resources for therapists to use in session. These guys do a wonderful job, particularly with festive and themed content.
They organise the content by skill and have a handy search button if you are looking for something in particular.
Who’s it best for ‽‽
Therapists
Cost  £ $ €
Lots of Free stuff available if you sign up - then subscription based.
⇒ Where to get it?
Click on the image to be taken their website directly!
Inspired ServicesÂ
Why we love it ♥
Part of our inspriation! These guys have wonderful visuals to use to make your workplace user friendly, as well as examples and resources avaliable for purchase. A personal favorite and one I refer to often.
Who’s it best for ‽‽
Parents, and Therapists, Teachers, Support Workers
Cost  £ $ €
FREE and paid resourcesÂ
⇒ Where to get it?
Click on the image to be taken their website directly!
Lesson Pix
Why we love it ♥
This website is great for visuals as well. You can refer families to it, as well as have a look around for yourself. There are great resources avaliable for our wonderful families!!
Who’s it best for ‽‽
Parents, and Therapists, Teachers
Cost  £ $ €
FREE and paid versions available
⇒ Where to get it?
Click on the image to be taken their website directly!
